Quit playing the losers game.

REVENGE IS A LOSERS GAME.

Revenge is often seen as a way to get back at someone who has wronged us or hurt us in some way, we see it as paying back someone in their own coin. It can be a tempting choice when we feel angry or betrayed, especially by those who we feel should always have our backs, but ultimately, revenge is a losing game. Seeking revenge only perpetuates a cycle of negativity and harm. It rarely provides the sense of closure or satisfaction we seek, and often only leaves us feeling more empty and hurt than before.

The urge to take revenge can become all-consuming, taking our focus away from more important things in life, cluttering our minds with evil thoughts, and damaging our relationships with others. It leads to a downward spiral of negative emotions like bitterness, resentment, and anger, which can impact our mental health, self-esteem, and overall well-being. It also degrades us to the level of an unforgiving, and selfish individual. 

Instead of seeking revenge, it is better to focus on healing and moving forward. We can choose to forgive those who have wronged us, not for their sake but for our own inner peace and happiness. Forgiveness allows us to let go of negative emotions, giving us the freedom to live freely and grow unhindered. Only strong men forgive, weak men cannot forgive. Like Mahatma Gandhi said, "The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong."

It takes strength and courage to resist the urge for revenge, but in the end, it is always worth it. Choosing forgiveness and compassion will ultimately bring greater happiness and fulfillment in life, while revenge will only create further pain and suffering. However painful the hurt may be, however deep the wounds may be, we must find a way to let forgiveness rule over our urge for revenge, we must ensure to let peace reign over chaos, we must quit playing the losers game of revenge.

Kamikun John, Author 366 days of wisdom.